Coffee Grinders

Coffee Grinders for the Perfect Daily Grind

Is it worth grinding your own coffee beans at home?

If flavour matters to you, grinding your own coffee beans is worth a shot! Coffee starts losing its aroma soon after it’s ground, so using a coffee grinder to grind them fresh just before brewing helps more of those rich flavours make it into your cup.

You’ll also have more control over the final result. Adding a separate grinder to your espresso machine setup lets you adjust the grind size, fine-tune the flavour when a shot tastes too weak or bitter and switch between different blends, single origins and decaf…without being stuck with a full bag of pre-ground coffee!

What type of coffee grinder is best?

Prefer espresso, filter or French press? Finding the best coffee grinder machine starts with your favourite brew, then comes down to precision, convenience and price. Here’s what sets each type apart:

• Burr Coffee Grinders – Crush beans into evenly sized grounds for greater control and more consistent flavour. They’re the top pick for espresso and pour-over drinkers who want to fine-tune their brew.
• Blade Grinders – A fast-spinning blade chops whole beans, producing a mixed bag of finer and coarser grounds. Compact and affordable, they suit beginners or households looking for a multipurpose grinder.
• Manual Coffee Grinders – Powered by a little elbow grease, these hand coffee grinders use burrs for a more even grind. Choose one if you enjoy slowing down, measuring your beans and putting a little craft into every cup.

Ready to dial in your daily brew? Shop electric, manual and portable coffee bean grinders from Baratza, Breville, Coffee Culture, KitchenAid, Smeg and more leading brands at Harvey Norman.

What features should I look for in an electric coffee grinder?

When choosing an electric coffee grinder, don’t get ground down by every last specification. Start with the features that will make the biggest difference to your cuppa:

• Grind Settings – Compare the number and range of settings to check you can switch between espresso, filter and French press.
• Dose Control – Look at hands-on manual controls or timed, single- or double-shot and cup-based dosing to decide how much control you want.
• Hopper Capacity – Larger hoppers keep busy households brewing, while small coffee grinders keep beans fresher for solo or occasional drinkers.
• Burr Material – Choose from durable steel burrs, ceramic that resists heat and rust, or hard-wearing titanium that stays sharp with regular use.
• Cleaning – Removable burrs and accessible containers make it easier to clear away old grounds and oily residue.

Which coffee grinder is best for home use?

For most homes, a burr coffee grinder offers the best mix of consistency and convenience. The finer details depend on where – and how – it will be put to work:

• Dedicated Coffee Stations – Pairing a grinder with a manual coffee machine? Look for direct-to-portafilter grinding and single- or double-shot presets.
• Busy Households – Keep the household coffee queue moving with a larger hopper, programmable grind times and dosing for multiple cups.
• Compact Kitchens – Compact models are a good fit for apartments, kitchenettes and coffee for one or two without crowding the bench.
• Travel and Camping – Take coffee beyond your four walls with a manual, rechargeable or portable coffee grinder that can go on the road with you – no power point needed.

What setting should a coffee grinder be on?

Coffee grinders don’t all cover the same ground! Burr coffee grinders offer adjustable, repeatable grind sizes, while blade grinders rely on how long you run them.

Here’s how to pick the perfect grind setting for what you’re brewing:

• Fine Grind – The go-to for espresso machines, where finely ground coffee creates the resistance needed for extraction under pressure.
• Medium Grind – Fits the bill for most pour-over and drip filter coffee makers, while AeroPress can range from medium to fine.
• Coarse Grind – Made for French press and cold brew, where coffee spends longer steeping in water.